We’ve all had satisfying meals at a chain restaurant or two, but there are occassions that call for a little something more – a special meal, amazing service, a unique menu, stunning ambiance. With that in mind, we set out to find some of the hidden gems of the Queen City’s dining world. We turned to Yelp.com, where we searched …

Republic, on Elm Street in Manchester, with its well-designed signage and cool, post-industrial look, has called to me for a while. I’d popped in once before between assignments in Manchester and picked up an amazing slice of German chocolate cake on the recommendation of the friendly man behind the bar that afternoon. That was my only previous exposure to Republic …

I walked into El Rincón Zacatecano Taqueria on a recent Tuesday night. It is a small, casual place, and it wouldn’t be hard to miss it on Lake Avenue, across from Verizon Wireless Arena, in Manchester. There are about 10 tables, and only one couple was there when I walked in at 7 p.m. However, by the time I left, …

For anyone who has ever contemplated the compatibility of sushi and burgers, look no further than this posh, pulsating fusion establishment in downtown Manchester, where the staff is bubbly, the fare is decent and the menu seems to never end. Since its renovation in 2011, Mint has become a bastion of variety, offering everything from California rolls to crab cakes …